Barilla, a leading pasta producer has announced a new partnership with Be My Eyes, an innovative app that provides real-time video assistance for individuals who are blind and visually impaired.
What information will representatives provide?
A team of Barilla “Pasta Professionals” will field calls from the Specialized Help section of Be My Eyes’ iOS and Android apps to support those who are cooking delicious pasta at home. Whether you are wondering how long to cook Barilla Bucatini to ensure it is al dente for a Carbonara recipe or picking the perfect Barilla sauce to make a Bolognese, the pasta experts can answer queries around package labels, basic cooking instructions, product availability and more on weekdays from noon to 4 p.m. Central time.
Is Barilla the first food company to join with Be My Eyes?
Barilla will be the first food and beverage company to join a number of other major technology and consumer brands connecting with the blindness community through Be My Eyes.
“Food insecurity is probably the most important single issue for the blind community,” said Be My Eyes Vice President, Will Butler. “Barilla is leading the way and ensuring that the visually impaired have access to all the information they need about what they’re putting in their bodies. For that, we truly applaud them.”
Now with more than 5 million users and a growing family of company partners, Be My Eyes is the largest blindness support platform in the world with nearly 5 million volunteers on call at all times to assist those who need an extra pair of eyes at short notice.
Where can we download the Be My Eyes app?
Be My Eyes can be downloaded via the App Store on iOS or Android.
For more information about the partnership visit BeMyEyes.com/blog/Barilla.
